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Walpole Lodge
Corner Pier Street & Park Avenue, Walpole, Western Australia 6398 Australia
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Situated in the heart of Walpole, Western Australia on half an acre, our accommodation, including fully equipped kitchen, large dining area and spacious open floor plan, is ideal for families, friends, groups and independent travellers alike. We offer a variety of budget accommodation (including dorms) and room configurations, with ensuite option.Walpole is perfectly located for exploring countless beautiful, natural attractions including the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and the Giant Tingle Trees. Sports and activities include bushwalking and biking on the Munda Biddi Trail, and hiking the famous Bibbulmun Track, as well as kayaking, fishing, 4WD tours and lots more.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
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Self-serve laundry
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
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Non-smoking rooms
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Corner Pier Street & Park Avenue, Walpole, Western Australia 6398 Australia
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My wife and I stayed at the Walopole Lodge on a clear but chilly weekend. We stayed in a double on-suite room, which are located away from the hostel area. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable and hot rainwater showers were amazing. The lodge is well located, with the estuary and town centre all in close walking distance. It has free wireless internet which came in handy.
The managers of the lodge (who are the new owners apparently) were very friendly and accommodating. They make sure the place is kept spotless and wood heater is always stoked. One of the backpackers staying at the lodge said that she couldn't get to the Treetop Walk due to their being no transport in Walpole so the managers were kind enough to drive her out there, which was very accomodating on their part.
We will definately be staying there next time we are down there.
The managers of the lodge (who are the new owners apparently) were very friendly and accommodating. They make sure the place is kept spotless and wood heater is always stoked. One of the backpackers staying at the lodge said that she couldn't get to the Treetop Walk due to their being no transport in Walpole so the managers were kind enough to drive her out there, which was very accomodating on their part.
We will definately be staying there next time we are down there.
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Date of stay: June 2011Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I stayed in the Walpole Lodge for only one night with my boyfriend, but we felt really welcome and at home here. The facilities were spotless, and the couple that owns the place was very friendly and helpful. They'd just taken over the place when we visited and were very eager to please and even asked us for feedback. There's free wifi, which is a luxury in Australia. The kitchen was very well equipped too. Great value, great place to stay when you're in the area.
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Date of stay: December 2011Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Awesome little lodge.Great reception on arrival.Very clean and tidy accommodation. Would recommend this place to anyone ✔Child friendly,good lawn space,great communal kitchen.Bbq available. Nice picnic tables/area.Plenty of parking available.
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Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We were booked to stay at this establishment and were expecting it to be very ordinary. That was the understatement. It is nothing more or less that a backpacker establishment with community kitchen and community dining hall. They do not actually tell you that if you do not bring food, you will go hungry. We paid for the night to honor the booking but found another motel to stay at for the night.
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Date of stay: October 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked ourselves a private room at this hostel since there isnt really any alternative option available in that little town.
The price for a private room of 65 AUD is more than ridicolous for the quality you receive.
A few things that went terrible wrong:
1) Wifi didn't work - owners response: It works for some people but none of the guests were able to connect. The owner does not show the slightest interest in getting it fixed anytime soon. His excuse is that everyone should just use the PC that is available there for everyone to use. But do you really want to enter all your passwords on a public PC that has full admin access rights enabled? I don't think so!
2) Price
The price is way too high for similar acoomodations. You can get a better fully private motel with a private bathroom for a lower money.
3) Showers & Bathrooms
There are not many there but we managed since we were there during off season and not many guests were there. But during regular peak season expect long lines for showers and restrooms since there are just a few available, if I remember correct 2 toilets and 1 shower for each gender but I might be mistaken on this one, it could have been 2
4) Noise
Basicially there is 1 BIG room that is the living room, dining room and kitchen together. To that 1 big public room all the dorm rooms and private rooms are directly connected with 1 door online.
Now as you can imagine, it gets quite loud! If someone in the dining room eats something, you will hear his silverware hit the plate, if someone decides to eat breakfast at 8am, trust me, you will wake up because of it.
Also the walls to the next rooms are as thin as paper. I could hear our neighbors talk in their regular voice. So if your neighbor has set a morning alarm, it will definetely wake you up, too.
All in all, expensive place with terrible room structure, no working wifi in a small town where the only open place after 8pm is the gas station ;)
Sleeping in our car would have been better than staying at this place.
The price for a private room of 65 AUD is more than ridicolous for the quality you receive.
A few things that went terrible wrong:
1) Wifi didn't work - owners response: It works for some people but none of the guests were able to connect. The owner does not show the slightest interest in getting it fixed anytime soon. His excuse is that everyone should just use the PC that is available there for everyone to use. But do you really want to enter all your passwords on a public PC that has full admin access rights enabled? I don't think so!
2) Price
The price is way too high for similar acoomodations. You can get a better fully private motel with a private bathroom for a lower money.
3) Showers & Bathrooms
There are not many there but we managed since we were there during off season and not many guests were there. But during regular peak season expect long lines for showers and restrooms since there are just a few available, if I remember correct 2 toilets and 1 shower for each gender but I might be mistaken on this one, it could have been 2
4) Noise
Basicially there is 1 BIG room that is the living room, dining room and kitchen together. To that 1 big public room all the dorm rooms and private rooms are directly connected with 1 door online.
Now as you can imagine, it gets quite loud! If someone in the dining room eats something, you will hear his silverware hit the plate, if someone decides to eat breakfast at 8am, trust me, you will wake up because of it.
Also the walls to the next rooms are as thin as paper. I could hear our neighbors talk in their regular voice. So if your neighbor has set a morning alarm, it will definetely wake you up, too.
All in all, expensive place with terrible room structure, no working wifi in a small town where the only open place after 8pm is the gas station ;)
Sleeping in our car would have been better than staying at this place.
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Date of stay: February 2015Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from walpolelodge, Owner at Walpole Lodge
Responded 22 Mar 2015
Thankyou for your feedback. Since you stayed at the Walpole Lodge we have reaffirmed to our managers how important it is that the Wifi is working and they now know how to rectify any issues. Our price for a double room with shared bathroom is $65 but we offer a 10% discount for multiple night stays and additional discounts throughout the winter. There are 7 bathrooms and toilets available for guest use. The night of your stay was during the Feb/March long weekend and the lodge was fully booked throughout the weekend. Our bedrooms with shared facilities are located off the communal area; there are only 4 of these rooms available for guests and can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. We are in the process of upgrading the sound proofing for each of these rooms. An additional 5 rooms are located off the back verandah including our 4 ensuite rooms. We hope you enjoy the rest of your travels in Australia.
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I stayed there in the fall which seemed to be something of a down time. Most of the others there were only staying one night passing through. Good location close to several of the national parks and other forest attractions, such as Mount Lindsay and Mount Frankland. The room had a very good heater and plenty of blankets which was much appreciated - it was unusually cold at the time and several of the other places had only underpowered heaters that were never able to warm the room. The kitchen was well-equipped with lots of space, although it could get crowded if the place was full. Free wifi was nice too, many other places charge a ridiculous amount (I don't even mind paying something, but $1 for 10 minutes is nuts).
Most of the single and double rooms open into the common area, which I could see possibly being an issue if there were loud people there. It's not exactly a place people go to party though, mostly families and backpackers, so probably not an issue (it wasn't when I was there). The owner was very friendly and helpful.
Most of the single and double rooms open into the common area, which I could see possibly being an issue if there were loud people there. It's not exactly a place people go to party though, mostly families and backpackers, so probably not an issue (it wasn't when I was there). The owner was very friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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Hosts mal and his wife were very friendly. Place was very clean. Great communal kitchen and secure space outside let the kids run around.
I recommend to all on a budget and looking for comfortable clean and friendly spot
I recommend to all on a budget and looking for comfortable clean and friendly spot
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Date of stay: January 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from walpolelodge, Manager at Walpole Lodge
Responded 4 Feb 2016
Thanks Beau, Hope to see you again one day. Did not respond straight away as we had a lightning holiday to Thailand. Take care - Mal & Lee
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Great place, people, management. Very relaxing and all the facilities available worked a treat!
Stayed in a lot of places in Australia and this one goes down as one of the best!
Overall it felt lile they were happy to have you there. Recommend to anyone !
Stayed in a lot of places in Australia and this one goes down as one of the best!
Overall it felt lile they were happy to have you there. Recommend to anyone !
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Date of stay: January 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from walpolelodge, Manager at Walpole Lodge
Responded 17 Jan 2016
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is rare to be acknowledged in this tough industry. You completely made our day. I sincerely hope we see you again. Warmest Regards Mal & Lee
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Our family of 4 took 2 of the end family rooms and were blissfully comfortable in clean and welcoming surroundings, tucked up in very comfortable beds next to peace and quiet of the forest - no main road to contend with! Special effort was made by Mal and Lee to accommodate our boat parked next to our rooms with our kayaks making it easy to load and unload and clean our stuff. Fridges made it easy to store refreshments. Highly recommend for family to stay at. We did not use kitchen as we were kept well fed by walking to Golden Wattle Bakery nearby.
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Date of stay: January 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip:Â Good family rooms 9 10 11 and 12, with great access to barbecue area.
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Response from walpolelodge, Manager at Walpole Lodge
Responded 5 Jan 2016
Genuine pleasure Lisa, having you and your family here. Only wish we had more time to talk about Zimbabwe and Africa in general. Thanks for opening our eyes to many things. We sincerely hope we will see you again. Warmest regards Mal & Lee
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Decided to make a spontaneous visit to Walpole over the new year to shoot an aerial movie of the spectacular South West WA scenery. Mal the manager was extremely helpful in fitting me in and making me feel very welcome. The facilities were basic but very clean, bedding and towels were provided and the accommodation is within walking distance to anywhere in the town. I found Walpole Lodge just perfect for me and will certainly be returning next time. Nice grassed area out the back for kids and excellent shared kitchen facilities. The staff even invited me in for some pizza, which was lovely. Thank you to Mal and Li for a very pleasant stay.
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Date of stay: January 2016Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from walpolelodge, Manager at Walpole Lodge
Responded 3 Jan 2016
John it was a pleasure having you stay here. Thank you for the aerial photos of the lodge and the southern forests film. In our business we are rarely thanked and when we got your review it warmed our hearts. We very much hope you will drop by, even if just for a coffee. Mal & Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walpole Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Walpole Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Giant Tingle Tree (5.0 km), Mount Frankland National Park (0.1 km), and Walpole-Nornalup National Park (3.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Walpole Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
What food & drink options are available at Walpole Lodge?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Walpole Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Flaming Hot Takeaway's, The Nornabar, and Philippine Magic Cafe.
Is Walpole Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Walpole.
Are any cleaning services offered at Walpole Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.